About Bodwé Group Companies

Bodwé is the Professional Services Group of Mno-Bmadsen, the investment enterprise and a wholly owned instrumentality of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. We are architects, planners, consultants, designers, engineers, scientists, and federal contractors, committed to growing the economy and legacy of the Pokagon Band and supporting its more than 6,000 citizens. We provide value by integrating expertise across the natural and built environment lifecycle—from pre-development and planning to design, procurement, construction, and operations. By integrating expertise across architecture, engineering, construction, and facility management, we deliver holistic, end-to-end solutions that drive efficiency and deliver distinctive outcomes.

What Can We Offer You?

At Bodwé Group, we believe our people are our greatest strength. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization committed to meaningful work, professional growth, and a supportive culture. Here’s what you can expect:

• Mission-Driven Impact – Contribute to projects that make a tangible difference for our clients and communities.
• Growth & Development – Access to career advancement opportunities, professional development, and leadership support in a growing organization.
• Collaborative Culture – Work alongside talented, values-driven professionals in an environment that encourages teamwork and innovation.
• Competitive Compensation – Market-aligned salary and performance-based rewards.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Robust health, dental, and vision coverage, 401k with 100% match up to 4%, ample paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement program.
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance – Flexible and hybrid work options where business needs allow.
• Stability with Momentum – Join a well-established, Tribally owned company that continues to expand its national footprint.

Position Summary

The GIS Technical Lead is responsible for the development, maintenance, analysis, and visualization of geospatial data to support organizational decision-making, planning, and operations. This role applies geographic information systems (GIS) technology to collect, manage, analyze, and present spatial and non-spatial data in support of projects across departments. The GIS Technical Lead collaborates with internal stakeholders, project managers, and technical teams to deliver accurate, high-quality mapping products and spatial analysis that drive strategic and operational outcomes.

This role will be a sole practitioner externally supporting our partner firms with federal government task order projects and, if needed, will internally provide support for our consulting project teams. This will require this individual to take initiative on what they can and research or ask for help if tasks are beyond their scope.

Accommodation Requests

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, contact our HR Director (April Hawkins) at 269-927-0144 or careers@bodwegroup.com

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following inexhaustive list of duties represents a sample of work routinely performed by this role: 

• Technical Lead for GIS enterprise management and coordination with internal teaming partners and external clients.
• Develop, maintain, and manage geospatial databases and data layers.
• Perform spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and data modeling using GIS software.
• Create high-quality maps, dashboards, web applications, and visualizations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collect, clean, validate, and integrate spatial and attribute data from multiple sources.
• Conduct field data collection and GPS data integration as required.
• Support project teams by providing spatial insights, analysis reports, and technical recommendations.
• Maintain metadata and ensure compliance with data governance standards.
• Develop and maintain GIS documentation, workflows, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide technical support and training to end users of GIS applications.
• Collaborate with IT teams to support GIS server environments, web services, and enterprise systems.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security.
• Stay current on emerging GIS technologies, tools, and industry best practices.

Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

Required Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in geography, geographic information systems (GIS), geospatial science, environmental science, urban planning, engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience using GIS software (e.g., Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, QGIS).
• Experience performing spatial analysis and managing geodatabases.
• Experience with Python, ModelBuilder, SQL, or other scripting/automation tools.
• Familiarity with enterprise GIS environments and ArcGIS Server.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical documents, maps, and plans.
• Must be self-motivated/self-directed as this is the only GIS role within the organization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license

Preferred Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

• Master’s degree in GIS or related field.
• GIS Professional (GISP) certification.
• Experience with web GIS applications and dashboards.
• Experience integrating GIS with CAD, BIM, or asset management systems.
• Experience working in government, utilities, engineering, environmental consulting, or infrastructure sectors.
• Knowledge of remote sensing, drone data, or LiDAR processing.

Working Environment

This position primarily operates in a professional office setting or home office with standard office equipment and a quiet, climate-controlled environment. While in the office, there is no regular exposure to loud noise, hazardous materials, or heavy machinery.

This role also requires periodic travel to project sites, including locations undergoing renovation or active construction. During site visits, the employee may be exposed to non-temperature-controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and other typical conditions found on job sites. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required during these visits, depending on site conditions. While on site visits, an individual in this role will likely be required to work atypical hours at the request of the client or project demands.

Physical Demands

Sitting/Standing: This is a sedentary role most of the time. However, during field work this role requires the ability to be on your feet moving around a field location for most of the day.

Walking: This role requires the ability to move about outside in various geographic and building terrains to do field work.

Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: This role may require stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and ladder climbing as part of field work / verification activities.

Using Hands/Fingers: This role constantly operates technological office equipment such as laptop, mouse, keyboard, computer monitors, telephones, and scanners, copiers, and fax machines.

Talking/Hearing: This role requires constant communication with others in the organization to exchange information, review information, and make decisions about information.

Seeing: This role requires the ability to see, view, and distinguish all aspects of construction to ensure quality control.

Carrying/Lifting: This role requires lifting up to 30 lbs to transport technological office equipment, safety equipment, and other needed construction items to and from various workspaces. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Native American Hiring Preference

Our parent company, Mno-Bmadsen, prefers to hire Pokagon citizens who are qualified and suitable for available positions. For purposes of this section, “qualified” means that the applicant meets the technical and experiential needs for employment; and “suitable” means that the candidate appears to be the best fit considering present circumstances and conditions. Targeted preference is in the following order:

• First, to qualified Pokagon Band citizens; and
• Second, to qualified spouses and qualified custodial parents; and
• Third, to other qualified Native Americans; and
• Fourth, to all other qualified applicants

Any determinations as to the applicability of the Pokagon hiring preference are at the discretion of each Branch President.